Photos: Shewmake's blast wins Gwinnett Stripers' opener

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Photos: Shewmake's blast wins Gwinnett Stripers' opener

AJC photos from the Gwinnett Stripers' Triple-A season opener on March 31, 2023.

Gwinnett Stripers second baseman Braden Shewmake swings in the season opener against Jacksonville at Cooray Field Friday. Shewmake later hit a three-run walk-off home run to give Gwinnett an 8-5 victory. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grissom (15) runs after hitting a triple during the fourth inning against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp at Coolray Field, Friday, March 31, 2023, in Lawrenceville. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers infielder Charlie Culberson talks with pitcher Michael Soroka before Friday's game against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. It was the Stripers' season opener at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, Ga. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Braves fans watch the Gwinnett Stripers season opener on the hill behind right field at Coolray Field. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers catcher Chadwick Tromp (14) celebrates his run with second baseman Braden Shewmake (8). Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers catcher Chadwick Tromp, right, scores a run ahead of the tag by Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp catcher Austin Allen (34) during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers catcher Chadwick Tromp, left, reacts to the umpire calling him safe as Tromp scores a run ahead of the tag by Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp catcher Austin Allen (34) during the fourth inning at Coolray Field. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers outfielder Forrest Wall (1) hits an RBI single scoring catcher Chadwick Tromp. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grissom (15) hits a triple during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grissom (15) hits a triple during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grissom slides safely into third base for a triple ahead of the tag by Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp third baseman Charles Leblanc (12) during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grissom reacts after sliding safely into third base for a triple. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grissom (15) scores a run during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grisson talks with fans before the game against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp in the Stripers' season opener at Coolray Field Friday. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers second baseman Braden Shewmake prepares for the game. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers second baseman Braden Shewmake (8) throws to first base for a double play as Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp baserunner Jordan Groshans (10) is out at second during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers center fielder Justin Dean (5) cannot make a diving catch on a hit by Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp batter Jerar Incarnation (27) during the first inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers center fielder Justin Dean (5) cannot make a diving catch on a hit by Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp batter Jerar Incarnation (27) during the first inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers starting pitcher Bryce Elder (43) delivers. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers catcher Chadwick Tromp (14) hits a single during the fourth inning. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers second baseman Braden Shewmake (8) reaches for a ball. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers pitcher Michael Soroka is introduced before the game against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers manager Matt Tuiasosopo reacts before the game against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers second baseman Braden Shewmake (8) warms up before the game. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers shortstop Vaughn Grisson signs autographs for fans before the game against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Gwinnett Stripers’ Braden Shewmake (8) talks with Vaughn Grisson before the game. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

Gwinnett Stripers second baseman Braden Shewmake swings in the season opener against Jacksonville at Cooray Field Friday. Shewmake later hit a three-run walk-off home run to give Gwinnett an 8-5 victory. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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